Philanthropic Veterinary Care for the Working Horses of the Developing World Equitarian Initiative is a non-profit corporation established by equine veterinarians to sustainably improve working equid health by harnessing the passion and expertise of volunteer veterinarians. They work synergistically with other international non-profit organizations and veterinary colleges to enhance both learning opportunities and availability of basic health care in areas of need in the United States and internationally. They harness the expertise of volunteer veterinarians, veterinary technicians, animal scientists, students, educators, and advocates to offer programs internationally and in the U.S. to improve working equid health and welfare. They collaborate with partner nonprofits and universities to address working equid welfare in innovative ways and to support the communities which rely on them.
Direct Aid
Through hands-on learning and discussion at the Equitarian Workshop and Equitarian projects throughout many parts of the world, veterinarians are empowered and mentored to join and start health care delivery and education projects.
Collaboration
Equitarian Initiative and individual volunteer veterinarians maintain project success by partnering with local veterinarians, veterinary colleges and charities that share our vision.
Education
An emphasis on community partnership creates a twoway educational discussion in which working equid caretakers communicate the value of the animals and volunteers share best methods of animal care.
Inspiration
Increasing public awareness of the vital role working equids play in developing economies and the critical support they provide for the livelihood of the families that depend on them. 36 Working Horse Magazine Winter 2021
